Las Tortugas Market

"I think people are confusing the Store and the Taqueria. The Taqueria was good. The store was not. I came in based on the reviews saying this was as good as the menudo in Texas. Spoiler alert it was not. I just moved up here from Texas so i think I am a good judge on this one. I have been trying to find my Sunday menudo replacement I used to have back in TX for months and still nothing in Michigan compares. First, the ordering process is a bit clunky. I am never sure if I need to form a line to order and then get back in line in between the crates of vegetables again to pay. This seems like an easy fix. Just pay when you order and step aside for pick up. Second, the menudo actually tasted somewhat burnt. It was overcooked to oblivion and just a mushy mess. It also seemed like it was not cleaned right and the fat was not trimmed before cooking. Hence the 3/8" layer of grease floating on top. Third, the menudo was a bit bland and had no actual menudo. 90% of the "meat" was pata and fat. I was never asked if I wanted pata they just put it in there. Some people like it but I dont. Most places ask if you want it. To be honest I am not sure what kind of "meat" it was. Hard to tell since it was over cooked and everything looked the same. On the left is the fat/pata that I could not eat. On the right was the actual menudo maybe? I have given this place too many chances and the result is the same. $12 for this mush is just not worth it. I cant speak for the other items here as I have only tried the menudo. I guess for now I will just have to keep making it at home."

"Checkout has never been smoother. Quick and efficient, the staff ensures that the process is hassle-free. It's a small detail that makes a big difference"

"Hands down best mexican food I have had in michigan. Food was absolutely delicious, service was fantastic, and the restaurant was very clean. 5 stars and 2 thumbs up! Def worth checking this place out!"

"Very good authentic Mexican food delicious and nice staff."

"Hidden Gem in the Utica/Shelby Township area! If you've ever been to Texas, SoCal, or Northern Mexico and remember the Tortas, Tacos and Gorditas from these places then Welcome to Las Tortugas Taqueria Market! Weekdays they do a jam packed lunch cranking out sum of the best and authentic items we've all grown to love(carnitas, asadas, Al Pastor etc) but wait! On the weekends they bring out the big guns... Barbacoa De Chivo! Yes people BBQ'ed Goat that is outta this world! They also serve up an awesome Menudo(no not the boy band) but a Tripe Soup that is an experience one must try at least once! Sooo yea come for the wide array of Tacos, Gorditas, Burritos, heck the Tostadas but push you boundries and try something different! My personal suggestions are the Chivo Tacos, Al Pastor Tacos or the Legua Tacos(yes there's tongue tacos here). The owners are here all the time, it's totally a family affair. They're are friendly and informative with a smile. If you have any questions jus ask! Btw authentic tacos DO NOT have cheese on them, they're spiced and rich in flavour without it."